Date Posted:
April 28, 2026
Position Title:
Director Government Affairs #4418
Office/Company:
GRAIL Inc.
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05617
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$200,000–$286,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
GRAIL is seeking a seasoned federal government affairs leader to shape and execute our engagement strategy in Washington, D.C.- Develop and lead coordinated federal advocacy strategies that promote GRAIL’s mission and business objectives across Congress, federal agencies, and industry coalitions.- Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience in federal legislative affairs, preferably with direct exposure to healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences policy, or equivalent.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and lead coordinated federal advocacy strategies that promote GRAIL’s mission and business objectives across Congress, federal agencies, and industry coalitions.
• Build, cultivate, and sustain high-impact relationships with Members of Congress, key committee staff, and executive branch officials, positioning GRAIL as a credible partner and thought leader in early cancer detection.
• Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments in healthcare, diagnostics, reimbursement, and innovation policy; identify both opportunities and risks to GRAIL’s mission and business.
• Work closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure consistent and strategic messaging, aligning advocacy efforts with corporate, scientific, and commercial priorities.
• Represent GRAIL in industry trade associations and policy forums, helping shape collective strategies that advance innovation-friendly frameworks for diagnostics.
• Translate GRAIL’s science, technology, and patient impact into compelling policy narratives that resonate with policymakers and align with national health priorities.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience in federal legislative affairs, preferably with direct exposure to healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences policy, or equivalent.
• Proven track record navigating the federal legislative process and understanding the interplay between Congress, federal agencies (e.g., CMS, FDA, NIH), and the Executive Branch.
• Deep familiarity with healthcare coverage, reimbursement, and innovation policy, including Medicare and other federal programs.
• Established network of relationships in Congress and across key industry trade associations.
• Exceptional ability to anticipate and interpret policy and political trends, crafting proactive strategies to advance organizational goals.
• A strategic communicator—persuasive, diplomatic, and able to translate complex science and technology into policy-relevant language.
Instructions:
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